Morinda citrifolia, known as Noni, is an evergreen shrub which originates from Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. Although this fruit has a very unpleasant odor and flavor, it is referred to by many people as the "Hawaiian Miracle Medicine". It is used to treat a number of ailments including diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart trouble1. In a study conducted on mice injected with lung carcinoma cells (cancer cells), it was observed that mice given Morinda citrifolia lived significantly longer than mice who had no morinda treatments. Researchers found that Morinda increases immunity and has an antibacterial activity2.

1. Abbott, I. et al. (1985) J. Ethnopharmacology, 14, 213-222.

2. Whistler, W.A. (1985) J. Ethnopharmacology, 13, 239-280.